Picture yourself strolling along a quiet, soft, white sand beach, then dipping into the warm aquamarine blue ocean - all just steps from your luxury resort. Cayo Santa Maria, 90 minutes from the city of Santa Clara, is just such a place and is fast becoming a favourite for Canadian sun seekers.
The cays along Cuba's north coast are sandy islands that have remained undeveloped until only recently. Most visitors are content to chill out on the soft, powdery beaches and enjoy the gentle surf. But if you need a break from this beach paradise, the nearby colonial town of Remedios is worth a wander.
Cayo Santa Maria's handful of resorts emphasize luxury and relaxation. These new four- and five-star hotels have a great selection of modern amenities yet are affordably priced. Since there aren't restaurants or bars outside the hotels, all Sears Travel vacation packages to Santa Clara include meals and drinks as well as flight, accommodation and transfers between the airport in Santa Clara and your resort.